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Q · Marathas Medium · 45s
Who was the founder of the Maratha Empire?
TopicMarathas
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Test Duration30 min
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj founded the Maratha Empire in the 17th century and was crowned in 1674 at Raigad. He established a competent and progressive civil rule with the help of a disciplined military and well-structured administrative organizations.
Final Answer: Option C - Shivaji Maharaj